Friday, July 12, 2013

Tokyo Farmers Markets: July 13th and 14th

Hot enough for you? Yeesh, this week has been a roaster! But what that means is heaps of good vegetables are pouring out of fields, because if there is one thing a tomato, a cucumber, an eggplant, sweet corn, and even a lovely string bean have in common is delight in heat. I feel slightly differently, of course, but when I sink my teeth into that sweet, sweet, sweet corn I forget all my troubles. Head to one of the farmers markets and give it try for yourself!

A massive weekend affair that is great fun and features a variety of fruits and vegetables and prepared products from all over Japan. Plus, there's a most excellent selection of food trucks offering everything from salad to zingy curry to roast chicken to falafel!

Yurakucho Farmer's Market
Every Saturday and Sunday
Smaller than the UNU Market, Yurakacho features a particular region of Japan each week along with an excellent selection of seasonal fruit and vegetables. Growers from nearby Chiba, Kamakura, and Saitama are also on hand to help fill the larder.
11am to 5pm
Directions: Turn left out of Yurakacho station and cross the courtyard toward Tokyo Kouku Keitan. Look for the fun under the overhang!